Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Pediatric Cardiac ICU

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Pediatric Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (PCICU)
• 29-bed, Beacon Award-Winning unit
• Referral center for major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina
• Average daily census: 26 patients
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease of any age
• Common procedures: cardiac surgery, ventricular assist devices (VAD), heart transplant, cardiac catheterization
• Provides advanced therapies including ECMO and CRRT
• Multidisciplinary team includes RNs, Patient Care Technicians, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pharmacists
• All beds are monitored beds

Work Schedule & Staffing

• Shifts: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity
• Weekend requirement: 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule, including holiday rotation
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is required
• Guaranteed hours: traveler may be cancelled one shift every 2 weeks
• Travel pairs are not accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CVPICU) experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients, including cardiovascular (CV) experience
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Background check including 7 years of history and multiple registries
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination or declination
  • Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption during flu season
  • COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Education verification and licensure primary source verification required
• Proof of 2 clinical references
• Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers

Notes

• The unit is a Level I Trauma Center, Magnet Hospital, and Teaching Facility
• Charting system: EPIC
• Local candidates within 60 miles accepted
• Block scheduling accommodations available at manager’s discretion

This position offers an opportunity to work in a nationally recognized pediatric cardiac ICU with advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team focused on excellent patient outcomes.